Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
globosa
ID:
831611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 364 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830946

Common Names

  • Ceratandra Globosa
  • Globosa Ceratandra
  • Ceratandra Globosa Flower

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Uses & Benefits

Ceratandra globosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various diseases and ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceratandra globosa is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratandra globosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands and is found in dry and mesic forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Ceratandra globosa

Ceratandra globosa is found in Hawaii on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, and Maui.

Ceratandra globosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratandra globosa?

Ceratandra globosa

What type of plant is Ceratandra globosa?

Endemic Hawaiian shrub

Where is Ceratandra globosa found?

Koolau Mountains, Oahu, Hawaii

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-36822: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.